Opportunity brief
Overview
Craft Stories That Stay With People.
At HiQ Weddings, we believe wedding films are more than a collection of beautiful shots. They are stories shaped by emotions, details, music, and meaningful moments.
We're looking for a talented, detail-oriented Cinematographer & Video Editor who understands the art of visual storytelling and has a passion for creating elegant, cinematic wedding films.
If you have a strong creative eye, an instinct for music and emotion, and the ability to transform raw footage into compelling stories, we'd love to see your work.
Join a creative team that values craftsmanship, thoughtful storytelling, and a high standard of visual excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Edit wedding films, cinematic highlights, teasers, trailers, and social media reels.
- Transform raw wedding footage into polished, emotionally engaging visual stories.
- Select the right shots, music, pacing, transitions, and sound design to create a cohesive narrative.
- Perform professional colour correction and grading to maintain a consistent cinematic look.
- Sync and refine audio, music, ambient sounds, and dialogue.
- Collaborate with photographers, cinematographers, and the creative team to achieve the intended visual style.
- Organise footage, project files, and media assets systematically.
- Manage multiple projects, follow editing workflows, and deliver work within agreed timelines.
- Participate in wedding shoots when required, with an understanding of camera operation, composition, lighting, and gimbal work.
- Stay updated with evolving wedding film styles, editing techniques, and creative trends.
Experience & Technical Requirements
- 3–5 years of professional experience in cinematography and video editing.
- At least 2 years of hands-on experience in wedding film editing is mandatory.
- A strong portfolio demonstrating wedding highlights, cinematic films, or related storytelling projects.
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or equivalent professional editing software.
- Familiarity with DaVinci Resolve, colour grading, sound design, and motion graphics is an advantage.
- Understanding of frame rates, codecs, media management, and export specifications.
- Experience with DSLR or mirrorless cameras, gimbals, and on-location production is preferred.
What We Value
- A strong visual aesthetic and an eye for detail.
- The ability to tell a story through expressions, emotions, and carefully selected frames.
- Excellent music synchronisation, pacing, and cinematic rhythm.
- A refined understanding of colour, composition, and visual consistency.
- The ability to work independently, solve creative challenges, and meet deadlines.
- Openness to feedback and the ability to translate creative direction into finished work.
- Professionalism, accountability, and a genuine passion for filmmaking.
Job Details
- Position: Full-time
- Location: Chennai
- Work Mode: In-person
- Experience: 3–5 years overall; minimum 2 years in wedding film editing
HiQ Weddings® — Capturing Excellence. Since 2006.
We look forward to meeting creative professionals who care deeply about the art of wedding filmmaking.